MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
3,548 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside front headlamp does not retract, constantly erect
Re-tested from original test 379246465156 15/06/2015
Vehicle has general corrosion
Vehicle cooling system in-affective, radiator expired during MOT re-test releasing coolant
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Complete vehicle has been patch repaired
Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Complete vehicle has been patch repaired
Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Complete vehcile has been welded/repaired
Nearside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
Nearside exhaust manifold bolt loose(rear)
Oil leak
Slight coolant leak from bottom radiator hose fitting
Slight play(flaot) in rear half shafts
Wiper blades a bit smeary
Wiring loom in engine bay offside insecure
Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Complete vehcile has been welded/repaired
Nearside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
Nearside exhaust manifold bolt loose(rear)
Oil leak
Slight coolant leak from bottom radiator hose fitting
Slight play(flaot) in rear half shafts
Wiper blades a bit smeary
Wiring loom in engine bay offside insecure
Oil leak
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
nearside rear exhaust rnbbers deteriorating
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
nearside rear exhaust rnbbers deteriorating
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating
Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washers weak
Centre Rear Lower Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Centre Rear Lower Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
Centre Upper Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Battery insecure
Entire vehicle repairs(welding) just satisfactory
Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Triumph Tr 7?
Based on 26,315 MOT tests across 3,030 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FRG 900W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Triumph Tr 7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRG 900W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Tr 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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FRG 900W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 13 February 1981.
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